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Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.
By Texas Tribune, By Zach Despart, The Texas Tribune And Propublica at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 7, 2026
· 10 min read
This article is co-published with ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for ProPublica’s Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as they are published.Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General K...
Key takeaway Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the creation of a tip line for the public to report people or groups suspected of voter fraud.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents, the allegations against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton have significant implications. As a community that values the integrity of the electoral process, the possibility that a high-ranking official may have violated Texas election law is troubling. The fact that Paxton's own office issued guidance on election laws, including the requirement to register to vote using one's actual residence, makes his alleged actions all the more concerning. This story raises questions about accountability and the consistency of enforcement when it comes to election laws in Texas. Terrell Hills voters, like those across the state, expect their elected officials to uphold the law and set a positive example. As this story continues to unfold, residents of Terrell Hills will be watching to see how Paxton responds to these allegations and what consequences, if any, he may face.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 10 min
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What is this story about? This article is co-published with ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for ProPublica’s Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as they are published.Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General K...
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